The Andaman Islands offer pristine beaches, mangrove kayaking, snorkeling at Havelock and Neil, and the colonial-era Cellular Jail in Port Blair. October to May is the best season, with calm seas and clear water.
Month by month
Best: January, February, March, April, May, June, November, December
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Avoid Poor OK Good Excellent Peak
Worth avoiding: September.
How long to stay
5–7 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 20h from the US East Coast, 13h from Europe, 4h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Book inter-island ferries (Makruzz, Green Ocean) well in advance.
- Foreigners need a permit on arrival; Indian citizens do not.
- Carry cash; ATMs are scarce on smaller islands.
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